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Question at Apolitical Summit arising from the discussion on AI: What is the energy and water cost, if governments are integrating AI? Is the energy and water cost being measured, as well as the benefit? #energy #water #policy @apolitical.bsky.social @oecd-env.bsky.social

Registration is now open for the OECD COP31 Virtual Pavilion! From 2 to 20 November, join us for 20 virtual events to explore the latest OECD analysis and data informing climate policies across a wide range of topics. Register now: oecd-events.org/cop31 #COP31 #OECDatCOP31

How can countries scale up biodiversity-positive incentives and finance for nature? Join the official OECD side event at #CBDCOP17 to explore the latest evidence, practical approaches and opportunities for biodiversity action. 🗓️23 October, 13:15 (AMT) oecd.org/en/events/20...

Will you be in Yerevan for the 2026 UN Biodiversity Conference #CBDCOP17? Join @OECD events and connect with our team. 🔎Explore our programme and latest work on biodiversity finance, economic instruments and biodiversity-positive incentives ➡️ www.oecd.org/en/events/20...

The OECD surveyed more than 116 000 people across 28 countries to understand how much they were willing to pay to avoid chemicals-related negative health effects. What did we discover? And how does this help policymakers? Read the report and watch to learn more 👇 www.oecd.org/en/publicati...

How can policymakers better account for the human health impacts of chemicals exposure? Join us for our next OECD #GreenTalks LIVE to find out. 🗓️ 16 October 🕒 15:00 – 16:00 CEST 🔗 oecd.org/en/events/20...

How much finance is being mobilised to halt and reverse #biodiversity loss? Our 🆕 paper: ➡️Estimates global flows at USD 74.9 – 92.4 bn a year ➡️Provides a breakdown of sources ➡️Sets out how to improve tracking & reporting www.oecd.org/en/publicati...

Why does food end up in the bin? OECD data point to spoilage and concerns about expiry dates as common reasons. Better planning, storage guidance and clearer food-date labels can help households waste less. Explore the evidence: ➡️ oecd.org/en/data/insi... #FoodWaste #FLWDay

Without decisive action, parts of the Philippines could face major #WaterSecurity challenges by 2040. A 🆕 #OECD report shows how predictable water bills, stronger economic regulation, service aggregation & shared water data can boost sector performance. ➡️ oecd.org/en/publicati...

Join OECD, Swiss Development and Cooperation and @ifad.org for the 14th Roundtable on #FinancingWater to discuss key issues ahead of the 2026 UN Water Conference. ➡️ www.oecd.org/en/events/2026/09/improving-the-targeting-and-efficiency-of-water-investments-14th-roundtable-on-financing-water.html

#Slovenia shows good progress in several areas, including recycling, protected land & water quality, but it needs to reduce emissions to meet climate & air quality targets. Learn more from the 🆕 OECD Environmental Performance Review of #Slovenia 🔗 www.oecd.org/en/publicati...

🌬️Air quality has improved across much of the OECD over the past 25 years. And because the smoke that harms our lungs often harms the planet too, cleaning it up has multiple benefits. The case for #CleanAirDay 🔗 www.oecd.org/en/topics/ai...

#AirPollution levels in Korea are among the highest across #OECD countries. Modelling shows that joint climate change & air pollution policies can deliver health & environmental gains at a lower cost than if implemented separately. ➡️ oecd.org/en/publicati... #CleanAirDay

Register now for next month's OECD Forum on Green Finance and Investment! Join over 1 500 participants & 80 speakers on 7–8 October to explore this year’s theme: Investing for energy security, transition and resilience in a changing world. ➡️ oecd-events.org/e/oecd-forum... | #OECDgfi

Africa is on the frontline of climate change, but mitigation action is stagnating & policymakers need more data to point the way toward a low-carbon, climate‑resilient path. A 🆕report by GGGI, OECD, OECD Sahel and West Africa Club & World Bank helps close the gap. oecd.org/en/publicati...

🌱How can we unlock more capital for nature? Our latest OECD report explores the instruments, policies, data and enabling conditions needed to mobilise and scale up #biodiversity finance. 🔗Discover more ➡️ oecd.org/en/publicati... #EUReformSupport

A new OECD study shows that individuals not already diagnosed with skin sensitisation are willing to pay USD 4 441 to avoid a severe two-week facial flare-up caused by exposure to everyday chemicals. 🔗 www.oecd.org/en/publicati...

Summer often means more single-use plastics. #OECD analysis shows that reducing short-lived plastics and curbing plastics demand more broadly is a key component of ambitious action towards ending plastic pollution. ➡️ www.oecd.org/en/publicati...

Almost one-third of the population is already at risk of water stress. OECD projections suggest that this estimate could increase by 40% between 2020 and 2050. What can policymakers do? ➡️ oe.cd/env-outlook

Following the @ec.europa.eu's review of the #EUETS and #CORSIA, demand for jurisdictional forest credits is expected to grow. Our 🆕 OECD paper explores the role of scaled-up crediting, including jurisdictional forest crediting, in climate mitigation. ➡️ doi.org/10.1787/8116...

💧Strengthening water security in #Uzbekistan requires the right conditions for investment. Our latest OECD report sets out priorities to improve governance, water efficiency, data systems and capacity building. 🔗Find out more: www.oecd.org/en/publicati...

💧How can financing help water investments deliver lasting results? Our latest OECD report shows how financing models, from bonds to public-private partnerships, can improve investment outcomes. 🔗Find out more➡️ oe.cd/financing-water-security

Register now for the 2026 OECD Forum on Green Finance and Investment, taking place on 7-8 October. Supported by the Government of Japan, this year’s Forum will explore how we can invest energy security in a changing world. ➡️ oecd-events.org/e/oecd-forum... #OECDgfi #GreenFinance #GreenInvestment

As #Mongolia expands its #transport #infrastructure, adapting it to changing climatic conditions is more important than ever. A new #OECD paper explores how resilience can be built into asset planning, technical standards and investments decisions. 🔗 oecd.org/en/publicati...

🔴 STARTING NOW: join the 2026 #OECD #GGSD Forum! Join experts and policymakers to explore how adaptation measures can generate economic benefits beyond avoided losses. Discover the agenda & sign up now to attend online: oecd-events.org/e/ggsd-2026/en

Less than one week to go! Join us at the OECD #GGSD Forum (1–2 July) to explore how adaptation measures can generate economic opportunities. Our high-level speakers include Mathias Cormann, Tina Stege, Stéphane Hallegatte & more. 🔗 Full programme & registration: www.oecd-events.org/e/ggsd-2026/en

Cancer can result from exposure to various environmental contaminants & chemicals. Across 10 countries & 1 200 individuals surveyed, a 🆕 OECD working paper finds people are willing to pay, on average, USD 883 000 to avoid a case of non-fatal cancer. 🔗 oecd.org/en/publicati...

Climate adaptation measures not only protect lives, infrastructure, livelihoods and ecosystems, but can also generate opportunities. Follow the 2026 OECD #GGSD Forum on 1–2 July to find out how adaptation investments can generate economic benefits. ➡️https://oecd-events.org/e/ggsd-2026/en

Achieving net-zero emissions by mid-century requires a fast & sustained scale-up of low-carbon industrial technologies. Read the Climate Club Financial Toolkit 2026 Update to find out how financial solutions can support industry decarbonisation. ➡️ oecd.org/en/publicati...

What is preventing bond markets from financing water security at scale? Which policy, regulatory and market reforms can attract institutional investors? Join our OECD #GreenTalks LIVE webinar at 15:00 CEST on 9 July to discuss these questions & more. ➡️ meetoecd1.zoom.us/webinar/regi...

OECD experts were in Geneva last week to share insights on the trade-environment nexus, highlighting regional trade agreements, water, biodiversity and plastics during WTO Trade and Environment Week. 🔗Explore our work: oecd.org/en/topics/su...

How is the climate alignment of finance evolving over time and across continents? Where do untapped opportunities lie for investors and policymakers? Join our #GreenTalks LIVE on 18 June, 12:00-13:00 CEST to explore these questions and more. ➡️ meetoecd1.zoom.us/webinar/regi...

The number of climate-related financial sector policies grew by over 25% in 2023-25. A 🆕 OECD report identifies actions for policymakers to drive alignment of finance with climate goals and capture investment opportunities in the net-zero transition. ➡️ www.oecd.org/en/publicati...

With no change in current policies, OECD projections suggest that the build-up of ocean plastics may increase more than fourfold by 2060. On #WorldOceanDay, discover the kinds of policies needed to #BeatPlasticPollution. ➡️ oecd.org/en/data/insi...

What do the latest OECD Environment at a Glance Indicators tell us? On #WorldEnvironmentDay, find out about your country’s progress in the green transition in the updated Environment at a Glance dashboard: ➡️ oecd.org/en/data/dash...

COP30 marked a milestone for the Global Goal on Adaptation with the adoption of the Belém Adaptation Indicators. Ahead of #SB64, a new OECD- @iea.org CCXG blog explores how to operationalise them and how the Belém-Addis vision can guide progress to #COP32. ➡️ oecd.org/en/blogs/202...

💧How can regulation deliver more resilient and inclusive water services? Our latest paper explores what works, from stronger regulatory models to tools tackling inequality and environmental challenges. 🔗Find out more ➡️ oe.cd/economic-reg...

OECD Environment is proud to be joining the #EUGreenWeek event "Scaling up nature-based solutions in the EU’s Eastern Partnership". 📅 2 June 🕐 14:00–16:00 (CET) 📍 Online 👉Register: us06web.zoom.us/meeting/regi...

How can the Global Goal on Adaptation be translated into scaled-up action? What can countries do to prepare for #GST2? Ahead of the #UNFCCC June Climate meetings in Bonn, our new papers unpack these two questions. Find out more➡️ oe.cd/ccxg @iea.org

Fueron dos días de debates y ponencias de alto nivel donde se analizaron todos los aspectos de la gestión del #agua y su influencia en la #estabilidadfinanciera. En el vídeo, el resumen de la 13ª Roundtable on #FinancingWater @bde.es @oecd-env.bsky.social #CPD #NGFS 📽️ www.youtube.com/shorts/e7tOL...

Austria has made significant environmental progress over the last decade. A more cost-effective and balanced policy mix & stronger governance can help advance its green transition. Learn more from the🆕OECD Environmental Performance Review of Austria.🔗 oecd.org/en/publicati...

Biodiversity underpins our economies and well-being, but it is under increasing pressure. This #BiodiversityDay, find out what progress OECD countries are making to protect it: 🔗 oe.cd/eag-biodiver...

🆕 OECD data show developed countries provided & mobilised USD 132.8 bn in #climatefinance for developing countries in 2023, rising to USD 136.7bn in 2024. In both years, nearly 2/3 went to mitigation, while growth towards adaptation finance slowed. ➡️ oecd.org/en/publicati...

Droughts, floods & pollution are increasingly affecting economies & financial stability. Join the OECD, Banco de España, CDP and NGFS online on 21–22 May to explore water shocks, systemic risk & resilience at the 13th Roundtable on #FinancingWater. ➡️ www.oecd.org/en/events/20...

Exposure to harmful environmental contaminants and chemicals is associated with the increased risk of miscarriage. A 🆕survey estimates that the average benefit of avoiding one case of miscarriage is USD 448 000 🔗 www.oecd.org/en/publicati...

Egypt is well-positioned to become a regional hub for green hydrogen, with abundant solar and wind resources, a mature ammonia industry and proximity to key export markets. A 🆕 OECD report sets out key recommendations for scaling up green hydrogen. ➡️ oecd.org/en/publicati...

How effective are climate policies in reducing greenhouse gas emissions? How can better policy data help assess what works and guide future climate action? Join our OECD #GreenTalks LIVE webinar on 19 May, at 15:00 CEST to explore these questions and more. meetoecd1.zoom.us/webinar/regi...

Hypothyroidism (underactive thyroid) is a relatively common condition that can result from chemicals exposure. A 🆕survey estimates that the average benefit of avoiding one case of hypothyroidism is USD 186 000. 🔗 oecd.org/en/publicati... @echa.europa.eu

How can policymakers leverage innovation to support more resilient and environmentally sustainable critical minerals supply chains? A 🆕 #OECD working paper assesses emerging policy challenges and opportunities 🔗 oecd.org/en/publicati... #OECDCriticalMinerals

#Chemicals must be well-managed to limit #health risks – an OECD project quantifies the economic benefits of avoiding negative health effects from chemicals exposure. Check out the latest findings 🔗 oe.cd/swache @echa.europa.eu